High School Programs: Grades 9-12

If you are interested in speaking to someone in person regarding any of these programs, or if you wish to register for a class, please contact Jenny Kostreva, Education Director at jkostreva@milwaukeerep.com or 414-290-5370.

A new outreach program that meets a variety of academic standards!

• Students will gain a deep appreciation for the theater arts
• Students will develop skills in reading and interpreting a text
• Students will learn the steps of producing a theatrical production

What’s involved in this new and exciting program??

• Teachers will receive a script of a play from our current season to share with their students
• One of our talented education artists will visit your classroom FOUR times for interactive lessons on reading and interpreting the script, insight into the design process for set and costumes, a chance to act out part of the script and more!
• Students attend a FREE pre-show talk (Rep in Depth) led by one of the actors prior to the production
• Students and teachers receive tickets for the matinee production
• One of the actors from the show will visit your classroom after you see the play for a post-show discussion
• AND if you are in the city of Milwaukee, transportation is provided by us!

How much for this thrilling program??

• It’s ONLY $35.00 per student for a ticket to riveting live theater, 4 classes, a pre-show and post-show talk, AND transportation!
• *If you have less than 25 students in a group, there will be an extra charge for transportation

Marlin Hill, Comedian

This amazingly gifted comedian, who took first place at the Apollo Theatre five times in a row, loves to work with students! His 45-minute performances not only encourage laughter, but teach about positive life choices and help the students find what is unique within each of them. This show can be tailored to address a topic of concern to you and your students.

Our 2006-2007 Touring Show
Fee: $150/Performance MPS
$300/Performance - NON MPS

PENDING FUNDING

Title to be determined
Written by John Van Slyke

Once again, we have plans to create a 35-minute show that can travel into area schools and youth organizations, which addresses a topic of relevance to today’s youth.

This program, if funded, will be available to your organization in February. Please contact the Education Department at 414-290-5393 or droncone@milwaukeerep.com if you’d like to be put on a list to receive additional information.

Acting with Style

Led by gifted actor, Angela Iannone, this workshop explores the demands of acting within a particular historical style, including: Ancient Greek, Elizabethan, Commedia dell’Arte and Restoration. Theatrical conventions, the demands of wearing period costume and social customs, including bows and curtsies, are covered.

Auditioning Techniques for College

This practical workshop for students who hope to enter college theater programs will explore how to audition and interview in a manner that will help you gain entry into the college theater program of your choice. Monologue selection and coaching is also available. Schedule one visit or several.

Basic Acting Technique

So many members of the education artist staff love teaching basic acting skills that this course can offer a number of approaches to learning acting basics. Try a single approach or several, you’re bound to love the learning too!

Creative Writing Workshop

Storyteller-Educator, Mama Nomusa, facilitates this workshop designed to enhance students' writing skills. A love for writing is developed by using enjoyable, creative techniques that draw from students own experiences and observations. This highly successful workshop has been used in MPS, nationally and internationally. 10 - 20 students, spiral notebook and pencil required. Workshop requires six visits.

Introduction to Improvisation

Okay. . . the audience suggests that a UFO has just abducted you and you’re locked in a holding cell with a talking tree, two politicians and Bozo the Clown. . .GO! Through this fast-paced class, students learn to take suggestions and create lively 3-5 minutes scenes that leave the audience cheering.

Mean What you Say, Say what you Mean

Encouraging honesty and a love of words, this class asks students to explore texts orally. After choosing a poem or prose piece that is meaningful to them, students will be guided through a series of exercises that explore the piece, physically, vocally and emotionally.

Peacelab

In a time when violence in our schools becomes a more looming concern, this class created by Olusegun Sijuwade offers peace skills to your students. Through role-playing and other awareness-raising games, students will learn a myriad of ways to recognize and avoid potentially violent situations.

Playwrights and Performers

Among our talented team of theater artists is an interest and expertise in exploring the work of particular playwrights. Active, intelligent workshops or residencies can be arranged to lead participants through the work of: Samuel Beckett, Eugene Ionesco, Moliere, William Shakespeare, Tennessee Williams and a variety of Restoration playwrights.

Scene Study (Classic and Contemporary)

This workshop deepens the student’s understanding of drama through an intensive examination of the world of the play. In this dynamic, hands-on program, students explore story, setting, character, action, conflict and resolution through an overview of script and character analysis. Students focus on the characters’ relationships, objectives and obstacles and the basics of the how dramatic literature works. While focusing on these elements, classic scene study introduces the student to the language and world of Shakespeare; including an exploration of historical context, vocabulary, diction and the components of dramatic verse. Workshop requires a minimum of 3 visits.

Shakespeare Power

A perfect opportunity to make sense out of Shakespeare! Gifted actor, Angela Iannone, designed these workshops to actively explore Shakespeare’s stage conventions, themes and wordplay. This is real proof that the Bard doesn’t have to be barbarous for your students. Single or multiple workshop experiences available.

Stage Combat

Learn the basics of hand-to-hand and simple weapons combat for the stage. With the focus on safety and the emphasis on fun, this class can’t be “beat”. Large space with mats is desirable.

Stage Movement Workshop

This workshop provides an overview of movement for the stage and an examination of the student actor’s physical energies including: neutrality, relaxation, balance, alignment, center of gravity, isolations and movement choices. It encourages the student to explore creative movement and apply these skills to character study and scene-work. The workshop also promotes awareness of the body on stage, reinforcing and developing physical stage presence and the dynamics of non-verbal communication through both scripted and improvised character-based movement. Minimum of 2 visits required.

Theater Residency

We can create a program for your school-day or as part of your after-school program, to teach students through the dynamic art of theater, their importance as individuals and how to better function in a community. Theater games and improvisation teach skills in focus, community effort, group problem-solving and communicating positively with face, voice and body. Recommended minimum number of visits: 6

**CREATE YOUR OWN WORKSHOP**

Is there something you have in mind that you can’t find on this list? The Rep’s Education Department has a wide range of talented education artists who specialize in different areas! Call Jenny Kostreva, Education Director, to find out how we can meet your needs!